Multiple choice

Directions: Identify the word/words that is/are redundant and is/are not required in the sentence.

How many number of paintings were sold at the auction?

  1. number of

  2. were

  3. at

  4. the
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Explanation

Expression 'number of' is not required in the sentence because 'many' is an adjective that is usually followed by a noun.

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